Anatase and Datolite Physical Properties
Specific Gravity
3.82-3.97
2.90-3.00
Fracture
Subconchoidal, Conchoidal
Conchoidal, Uneven
Cleavage
Perfect on [001] and [011]
None
Mohs Hardness
5.5-6
5-5.5
Chemical Composition
TiO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references
CaBSiO 4(OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Anatase and Datolite Chemical Formula
While comparing Anatase and Datolite physical properties, the important data you should know is its chemical composition. Since chemical formula defines the molecular structure of the crystal, most of the physical properties like color, tenacity, solubility are governed by Anatase and Datolite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Anatase- TiO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references
- Chemical formula of Datolite- CaBSiO 4(OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Anatase and Datolite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Anatase and Datolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Anatase and Datolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Anatase is 2.90-3.00 whereas that of Datolite is 2.90-3.00.